Product Name: Thermal Printhead
Model : Markem SmartDate X40/45 5A (53mm)
Category: Markem Printhead
Part Number: 10042449/10053339
Delivery Time: 1-3 days
Warranty:3 months/30km
The 10042449 / 10053339 is the genuine OEM 300 DPI thermal transfer overprinting (TTO) printhead for the Markem Imaje SmartDate X40, X45, 5A (5 Advanced), and SD5A (SmartDate 5 Advanced) coders, featuring a 53mm print width. This printhead is also referenced by the Kyocera part numbers KCE-53-12PAT1-X40 and KCE-53-12PAT1-MKME, as well as the Markem Imaje catalogue numbers ENM10104642, ENM10053339, and DKN-53-12PAT1-X40 — all describing the same genuine OEM 53mm 300 DPI TTO printhead unit. Replacing a worn printhead with the genuine 10042449 / 10053339 restores full print clarity, barcode scan reliability, and compliance-ready code quality on your SmartDate X40, X45, 5A, or SD5A coder.
The Markem Imaje SmartDate X40 and X45 are among the most widely deployed mid-speed TTO coders in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics flexible packaging environments globally. The SmartDate 5A and SD5A are the predecessor generation of the same platform, and all four models use the same 53mm printhead — making the 10042449 / 10053339 a single-part solution that covers the full X40-generation SmartDate family.
OEM Part Numbers: 10042449 / 10053339
Also Known As: ENM10104642 / ENM10053339 / DKN-53-12PAT1-X40 / KCE-53-12PAT1-X40 / KCE-53-12PAT1-MKME
Compatible Printers: Markem Imaje SmartDate X40, X45, 5A (5 Advanced), SD5A (SmartDate 5 Advanced)
Print Width: 53mm
Resolution: 300 DPI (12 dots/mm)
Print Technology: Thermal Transfer Overprinting (TTO)
Condition: Brand New, Genuine OEM, Sealed Packaging
Warranty: 3 months (OEM Markem Imaje warranty)
Lead Time: 1–3 Business Days
MOQ: 1 Unit (Bulk Orders Available)
100% Genuine OEM Quality – The 10042449 / 10053339 is manufactured by Kyocera to the exact thermal element specifications defined by Markem Imaje for the SmartDate X40, X45, 5A, and SD5A. It arrives in original branded packaging with full OEM warranty, ensuring direct drop-in installation with no calibration, no print settings adjustment, and no risk to your packaging line compliance or uptime.
300 DPI Precision for Compliance Coding – At 300 DPI across a 53mm print width, the 10042449 / 10053339 delivers sharp, scan-reliable barcodes, legible expiry dates, batch numbers, lot codes, GS1 DataMatrix codes, and brand traceability data on flexible packaging films, foils, and labels. The 300 DPI resolution meets the requirements for retail compliance barcode standards and regulatory serialisation mandates across food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics packaging.
Covers Four Compatible SmartDate Models – A single printhead part number covers the SmartDate X40, X45, 5A, and SD5A — simplifying your spare parts inventory and procurement process if you operate multiple SmartDate generations within the same facility. One part number, four compatible coders.
Built for Continuous Industrial TTO Operation – The 10042449 / 10053339 is engineered to maintain consistent 300 DPI output across long, continuous print runs on fast-moving flexible packaging lines — delivering reliable code clarity and barcode scan reliability from the first pack to the last without degradation.
Food and Beverage – The SmartDate X40 and X45 are standard mid-speed TTO coders for bakery, dairy, snack, ready-meal, and beverage flexible packaging lines. The 10042449 / 10053339 printhead maintains the code clarity required for best-before dates, batch numbers, and allergen compliance labelling on flow-wrap, pillow-pack, and pouch packaging running at production line speeds.
Pharmaceuticals – Pharmaceutical manufacturers coding on blister foil, sachets, and flexible primary packaging use the SmartDate X40 and X45 for serialisation and compliance coding. The 300 DPI output of the 10042449 / 10053339 directly supports GS1 barcode verifiability and regulatory audit-readiness requirements.
Cosmetics and Personal Care – Beauty and personal care brands coding batch and expiry information on sachets, foil pouches, and flexible packaging rely on the SmartDate X40/X45’s TTO capability and the 10042449 / 10053339 printhead’s consistent 300 DPI output for brand-quality code presentation.
Contract Packaging – Contract packagers operating SmartDate X40, X45, 5A, and SD5A coders across multiple product lines and customers maintain 10042449 / 10053339 printheads as standard spare parts stock, covering all four compatible SmartDate generations with a single OEM part number.
Replace the 10042449 / 10053339 when you notice any of the following on your SmartDate X40, X45, 5A, or SD5A output:
Faded, uneven, or inconsistent print density across the 53mm print width
White streaks, voids, or missing elements in date codes, barcodes, or text fields
Barcode scan failures or GS1 verification grade degradation at the packaging line inspector
Visible physical wear, scratching, or heat element damage on the printhead surface
Print quality alerts or maintenance notifications on the SmartDate X40 or X45 control interface
Regular printhead cleaning after each ribbon cassette change is recommended to extend service life. When cleaning no longer restores acceptable print quality, replacement is the correct course of action.
Are 10042449 and 10053339 the same printhead?
Yes. Both part numbers refer to the same genuine OEM 53mm 300 DPI TTO printhead for the Markem Imaje SmartDate X40, X45, 5A, and SD5A. The two part numbers reflect different catalogue references used across different markets and documentation versions but describe the same physical product.
What other part numbers is the 10042449 / 10053339 known by?
This printhead is also referenced as ENM10104642, ENM10053339, DKN-53-12PAT1-X40, KCE-53-12PAT1-X40, and KCE-53-12PAT1-MKME. All of these part numbers describe the same genuine OEM 53mm 300 DPI Kyocera-manufactured printhead for the SmartDate X40 platform.
Is this printhead compatible with the SmartDate 5A and SD5A?
Yes. The 10042449 / 10053339 printhead is confirmed compatible with the Markem Imaje SmartDate X40, X45, 5A (5 Advanced), and SD5A (SmartDate 5 Advanced) — all four models in the X40 generation SmartDate platform use the same 53mm OEM printhead.
Is this the same printhead as the Markem Imaje X60 / X65 printhead?
No. The SmartDate X60 and X65 use different OEM printhead part numbers (ENM10104648, ENM10104650, ENM10104651) depending on the variant required. The 10042449 / 10053339 is specifically for the X40, X45, 5A, and SD5A generation SmartDate coders. Contact us if you need assistance identifying the correct printhead for your specific SmartDate model.
Do you offer bulk pricing or international export shipping?
Yes. We support single unit orders and bulk procurement with full commercial documentation for international export via DHL, FedEx, and UPS. Contact us for volume pricing and lead time confirmation on the 10042449 / 10053339.
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Ready to restore full TTO print performance on your Markem Imaje SmartDate X40, X45, 5A, or SD5A? Contact us today for pricing, stock availability, and international shipping options on the genuine 10042449 / 10053339 OEM printhead. Bulk orders and export documentation are available on request.
